Concealed vs. Visible Crosstube for 1999 Chevy S-10 With Factory Step Bumper
Updated 09/22/2020 | Published 09/17/2020
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what is the difference. I have a 99 chevy s10 Extended cab V6. I do have a step bumper
asked by: Mac S
Expert Reply:
On a trailer hitch receiver, concealed means the crosstube does not show at the rear of the truck, just the receiver does; while exposed means the crosstube and the receiver show.
A lot of people really like the concealed crosstube because it keeps the look of their truck intact, but that's the only difference. For your 1999 Chevy S-10 with a factory step bumper you can choose from a hitch with either a concealed or visible crosstube, but if it were me, I'd go with the concealed option:
- Concealed Crosstube: Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # 75085
- Visible Crosstube: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13132
I have added links below to the instructions of both for you to check out.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
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- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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